The Ohio Historical Society seeks applications for the position of
Curator I in the Curatorial Services Department. Responsibilities
include evaluating and recommending potential acquisitions; cataloging;
researching collections and communicating findings through reports and
other publications; responding to inquiries from scholars,
professionals, and the public; planning and participating in educational
programs and exhibit development; assisting with the drafting of a
collecting plan; and grant writing. Well-qualified candidates will have
a master's degree in history, museum studies, or information science,
plus one to three years' experience working with museum, archival, or
library collections. Strong verbal and written communication skills are
essential. The incumbent must be able to work well independently and as
part of a team. Knowledge of Ohio history and prehistory is desirable,
as is basic understanding of MARC cataloging. Minimum salary is $33,842
per year. Some evening and weekend hours will be required, as will
occasional in-state travel.

 

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, but those
received by May 15, 2009 will be given priority consideration.

 

Please do not respond to this message. For more information and
instructions for applying, go to http://www.ohiohistory.org/about/jobs/.


 

The Ohio Historical Society is proud to be an equal opportunity
employer!

 


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